Evidence presented before court showed that the school later entered into a memorandum of understanding with the family, agreeing to contribute sh98m towards Katongole’s treatment abroad and an additional sh13m for travel expenses. The High Court has ordered Sir Apollo Kaggwa Primary School to compensate its former pupil, Naswif Katongole, with sh5m after finding that […]
The injured include 13 students, one teacher and the bus conductor. They sustained injuries of varying severity and were rushed to Iganga General Hospital for treatment. A bus driver has been reported dead and 15 people, including students and a teacher, injured after a school bus collided with the rear of a stationary trailer along […]
The bus, belonging to Mwebaze High School in Kakiri, Wakiso District, was transporting students to Jinja District for an educational trip when it collided with the train at a railway crossing. One person has been confirmed dead and several students injured following a collision between a school bus and a train in Mukono District on […]
The bus driver reportedly fled the scene immediately after the crash and remains at large. Police have launched a manhunt to identify and arrest him. The wife of the headteacher of Mwebaze High School has died following a tragic road crash involving a school bus and a Uganda Railways train in Mukono District on […]
The incident comes amid increasing concern from educators, parents and mental health professionals over the emotional and psychological pressures affecting learners. Police in Bweyogerere have launched investigations into the suspected suicide of an 18-year-old student at Naalya Secondary School, Bweyogerere Campus, in Kira Municipality, Wakiso District. The incident occurred on the evening of Wednesday, July […]
“Let honesty, accountability and excellence guide every decision you make,” he said. “Those who will serve in rural and underserved communities should know that their work is of great value. Sometimes the greatest impact is made where the need is greatest.” Newly qualified health professionals have been challenged to embrace patriotism, innovation and ethical practice […]
Emmanuel Nsubuga was recognised as the Overall Best Sciences Student after graduating with a CGPA of 4.79 in the Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Analytics. Uganda Christian University (UCU) celebrated the graduation of 1,274 students during its 27th Graduation Ceremony on Friday, with female graduates once again dominating academic performance as the institution […]
Mukasa is remembered for his unwavering commitment, professionalism, and decades of dedicated service that contributed immensely to the growth and stability of Namagabi Secondary School. Namagabi Secondary School has announced with profound sorrow the passing of its long-serving bursar, Paul Mukasa Mayanja, who died on Tuesday morning at Mulago National Referral Hospital. In a statement […]
This year’s competition is centred on the theme “Common Ground: Better Together,” encouraging participants to reflect on the values, experiences and aspirations that unite people despite their differences. Young writers from across the Commonwealth have demonstrated remarkable creativity and enthusiasm, with a record 53,840 entries submitted for The Queen’s Commonwealth Writing Competition 2026, organisers have […]
Sadly, this is not an isolated story. We have heard of children taking their own lives over poor academic performance, failure to attend school trips, disciplinary action, or even being denied privileges at school. School Shut as Probe Begins into S3 Girl’s Death After Alleged Beating Over Love Letter By Lawrence Mayanja The tragic death […]